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Methandriol (Methylandrostenediol)Quick info about Methandriol (Methylandrostenediol)
Methandriol is the brand name for the anabolic steroid methylandrostenediol. Methandriol (or MAD as some like to call it) seems to be one of the more rare and exotic anabolic steroids. It is actually 5-androstenediol (5AD) that has had its chemical structure is modified by adding a methyl group so the compound can resist being broken-down by the liver when taken orally. This results in better utilization by the body and is called 17-alpha alkylation (17AA). The first aspect that will be addressed is the one that most interests bodybuilders, the muscle building potential of the drug. With an anabolic (muscle building) effect of 20-60, (compared testosterone which has an anabolic rating of 100) not much muscle gain can be expected from MAD use.
Most of the profiles on methandriol says it gives "massive strength gains"; however, looking at the evidence, it would seem the only "massive strength gains" from MAD could stem from the increased amount of water retention inside the muscles, which would result in a rebound effect when the muscles are compressed during the lowering of a weight similar to the action of a benching shirt. A common trait from using MAD is elevated blood pressure. Doses for MAD range from 30mg to 50mg per day and can be taken orally or by injection. Being a water based suspension, the active life of the drug would be measured in hours; thus, methandriol must be injected at least everyday to keep steady blood levels of the active hormone. If you are to ever come across this drug in its water based form and did not want to inject it, don't worry. Remember, it's a 17AA compound so, yes, YOU CAN DRINK METHANDRIOL. The same thing applies to the drug (oral administration) in tab form, if you were ever to find it. Being a 17AA steroid, it puts some strain on the liver when orally consumed. Athletes are advised to limit the drugs intake to several weeks. |